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Roklen Family History

Roklen Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Rolen, Nolen, Roker, Dolen, Bolen, Roden, Rokes, Bohlen, Woolen

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Census Records

There are 17 census records available for the last name Roklen. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Roklen census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 8 immigration records available for the last name Roklen. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in the UK, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 2 military records available for the last name Roklen. For the veterans among your Roklen ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Roklen lifespan?

Between 1964 and 1997, in the United States, Roklen life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1964, and highest in 1995. The average life expectancy for Roklen in 1964 was 68, and 73 in 1997.

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